New Houses is in Abertillery and in Blaenau Gwent district. NP13 1AF is located in the Abertillery and Six Bells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blaenau Gwent. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Houses, Abertillery, NP13 1AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP13 1AG, NP13 1AE, NP13 1AH, NP13 1DJ, NP13 1BS, NP13 1AA, NP13 1AD, NP13 1EA, NP13 1AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP13 1AF has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 47% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 53% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.9% | 39.6% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 40.4% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 17.1% | 13.8% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 3.8% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.1% | 37% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 37.4% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 14.6% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 27.2% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 14% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 17.3% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 15.2% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.1% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 94.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.6% | 94.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 94.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.4% | 37.2% | 21.2% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Houses was 92.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.8% lower than the Abertillery and Six Bells average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
New Houses has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abertillery and Six Bells and the 107th lowest crime rate of 232 local areas in Blaenau Gwent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 New Houses, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2008-04-04 | £160,991 |
| 1 New Houses, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £96,700 | 2007-09-03 | £145,888 |
| 3 New Houses, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2007-08-24 | £131,272 |
| 1 New Houses, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2003-09-02 | £168,182 |
| 1 New Houses, Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent Terraced, an established residential building | £29,500 | 2003-06-11 | £117,103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinant Primary School Conway Road , Pentwyn NP11 3JN | - not rated | 3,997 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwm Primary School Canning Street , Cwm NP23 7RD | - not rated | 4,226 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| ST Illtyd's Llanhilleth , Abertillery NP13 3JT | - not rated | 4,640 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystruth Primary East Pentwyn , Blanina NP13 3XG | - not rated | 4,662 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Onnen Varteg Road , Pontypool NP4 7RT | - not rated | 4,735 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abertillery & District Museum | Market Street | 57 yd | |
| Bear Grills | 2 Commercial Street Arcade | 112 yd | |
| Fradd's Kitchen Ltd | 28 Church Street | 193 yd | |
| Sandra's Coffee Shop | 35 Church Street | 200 yd | |
| Abertillery Sports Centre | Abertillery Sports Centre, Alma Street | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Hotel | Commercial Hotel, Market Street | 57 yd | |
| The Pontlottyn | 14 Somerset Street | 76 yd | |
| The Somerset Hotel | 21 Somerset Street | 76 yd | |
| The Rolling Mill | 16 Church Street | 109 yd | |
| The Bear | 3 Commercial Street | 120 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giants Burger Bar | 16-17 Market Street | 55 yd | |
| Ho Ho Take Away | 9 Somerset Street | 76 yd | |
| Abertillery Kebab House | 7 Somerset Street | 76 yd | |
| Anatolia | 9-15 Church Street | 106 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 19 Church Street | 109 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 31 High Street | 13 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Castle Street | 321 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.